Trends in Manufacturing Jobs
Manufacturing processes are changing, and so are the job skills that are needed. Manufacturers are always searching for more cost-effective ways of producing their goods. That's why, eve
n though the number of jobs is projected to decline, the jobs that remain are likely to be higher paid.
However, they will require education and training to acquire the skills needed.
That's for two reasons. First, the demand for manufactured products is growing from emerging markets like India and China. McKinsey estimated this could nearly triple, to $30 trillion, by 2025. These countries would demand 70 percent of global manufactured goods.
How will this demand change manufacturing jobs? Companies will have to offer products specific to the needs of these very diverse markets. As a result, customer service jobs will become more important to manufacturers.
Second, manufacturers are adopting very sophisticated technology to both meet these specialized needs and to lower costs. Here are six:
Nanotechnology is creating a new era of microelectronics.
Lightweight steel, aluminum, and carbon fibers are making cars lighter and more fuel-efficient.
Bio-engineering creates more customized pharmaceuticals.
3D printing creates prototypes by combining small particles rather than by casting or stamping. However, they are being used more and more to manufacture specialized aerospace components and replacement human organs.
Robots are becoming more sophisticated.
Big data is being used to analyze customer trends and guide product development.
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